Verdampfer buying guide for Alexandria (1500 mAh)
Verdampfer advice for Alexandria, covering throat hit, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
Local availability in Alexandria shapes the practical answer more than the marketing does. The included spare coils are useful for the first fortnight, after which you will be ordering your own.
Local availability in Alexandria shapes the practical answer more than the marketing does. The build quality on RELX Pro is a step above most of what sits in the same price bracket, and the finish resists the chipping that usually shows after a few months of pocket carry.
The 6.5 ml capacity is a genuinely useful middle ground: enough liquid for a long session without turning the device into a pocket problem. Expect roughly 1509 full puffs from a charge at 10 mg/ml, based on average session length in our testing. Delivery across Alexandria is typically two to four working days with tracked dispatch, and returns are straightforward within the standard window.
The Midnight Black finish hides fingerprints far better than the gloss options, which matters more than it sounds on a device handled daily. Worth noting that the magnetic contact takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below. For pod fans, the learning curve is shorter than the specification list suggests, and daily use is straightforward from the first charge.
The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 50:50 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly. Pricing in Alexandria shifts with import duty, so the figures here reflect current EGP rates rather than a fixed list price. Airflow control on the RELX Pro is adjustable enough to move from a warm, restrained draw to something far more open without removing the tank.
The included spare coils are useful for the first fortnight, after which you will be ordering your own. What surprised us most was how little the 1.2 Ω mesh coil changes the draw character compared with the 50:50 PG/VG liquid sitting in the chamber. The Midnight Black finish hides fingerprints far better than the gloss options, which matters more than it sounds on a device handled daily.
Build quality is the quiet differentiator here, with tight seams and a connector that has not loosened after repeated removal. Charging over Micro-USB takes about 30 from empty, and the pass-through means the device can be used while plugged in on the smaller batteries. Two things to check before ordering: the Micro-USB socket on the base and whether the 1.2 Ω mesh coil is the newer generation.
Specifications
Specifications vary by batch, so treat these figures as the reference point rather than a guarantee for every unit.
| Reference model | RELX Pro |
|---|---|
| Brand family | IQOS |
| Battery capacity | 2000 mAh |
| Power range | 30 W |
| Liquid capacity | 6.5 ml |
| Coil | 1.2 Ω mesh |
| Bottle size | 100 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 50:50 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 10 mg/ml |
| Material | anodised aluminium |
| Charge port | Micro-USB |
| Connector | magnetic contact |
| Airflow | dual bottom |
| Mouthpiece | mesh tip |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Mango Tango Ice: sweet, tropical, described as ripe mango warmed by a light menthol coolness. On a 50:50 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 1.2 Ω mesh mark before the coil begins to mute it.
Practical considerations in Alexandria
Availability in Alexandria is the factor that decides most outcomes here. Confirm the 1.2 Ω mesh and the Micro-USB are both in stock before committing, and check that the magnetic contact matches your existing device if you already own hardware. Duty and EGP rates move, so treat prices as current rather than fixed.
Our advice is to order one, use it for a fortnight, and only then decide whether to stock up.
